BLACK+DECKER GL720 User manual

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Intended use
Your Black & Decker strimmer GL701/GL716/
GL720/GL741 has been designed for trimming and
nishing lawn edges and to cut grass in confi ned
spaces.This tool is intended for consumer use only.
Safety instructions
Warning! When using mains-powered
tools, basic safety precautions, including the
following, should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fi re, electric shock, personal injury
and material damage.
Read all of this manual carefully before
operating the tool.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Remove the plug from the socket before
carrying out any adjustment, servicing or
maintenance.
Keep work area clean
Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.
Consider work area environment
Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool
in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work area
well lit. Do not use the tool where there is a risk of
causing fi re or explosion, e.g. in the presence of
ammable liquids and gases.
Keep children away
Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come
near the work area or to touch the tool or mains
cable.
Dress properly
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as these
can be caught in moving parts. Preferably wear
rubber gloves and non-slip footwear when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to keep
long hair out of the way.
Personal protection
Always use safety glasses. Use a face or dust
mask whenever the operations may produce dust
or fl ying particles. Hearing protection should be
worn.
Guard against electric shock
Prevent body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, cookers and
refrigerators). Electric safety can be further
improved by using a high-sensitivity (30 mA / 30
mS) residual current device (RCD).
Do not overreach
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Stay alert
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the tool when you are tired.
Secure workpiece
Use clamps or a vice to hold the workpiece. It is
safer and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
Connect dust extraction equipment
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure that
these are connected and properly used.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
Always check that adjusting keys and wrenches
are removed from the tool before operating the
tool.
Extension cables
Before use, inspect the extension cable and
replace if damaged. When using the tool outdoors,
only use extension cables intended for outdoor
use. Up to 30 m of Black & Decker extension cable
can be used without loss of power.
Use appropriate tool
The intended use is described in this instruction
manual. Do not force small tools or attachments
to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. The tool will do
the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
intended. Do not force the tool. Do not use the tool
for purposes not intended, for example, do not use
a circular saw to cut tree limbs or logs.
Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment
or performance of any operation with this tool other
than those recommended in this instruction manual
may present a risk of personal injury.
Check for damaged parts
Before use, carefully check the tool and mains
cable for damage. Check for misalignment and
seizure of moving parts, breakage of parts,
damage to guards and switches and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. Ensure
that the tool will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Do not use the tool if any part
is damaged or defective. Do not use the tool if
the switch does not turn it on and off. Have any
damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent. Never attempt any
repairs yourself.
Unplug the tool
Unplug the tool when it is not in use, before
changing any parts of the tool, accessories or
attachments and before servicing.
Avoid unintentional starting
Do not carry the tool with a fi nger on the on/off
switch. Be sure that the tool is switched off when
plugging in.
Do not abuse cord
Never carry the tool by its cord or pull it to disconnect
from the socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
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Store idle tools
When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry,
locked up or high place, out of reach of children.
Maintain tools with care
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow the instructions for
maintenance and changing accessories. Keep
handles and switches dry, clean and free from oil
and grease.
Repairs
This tool complies with relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried out
by qualifi ed persons using original spare parts;
otherwise this may result in considerable danger to
the user.
Electrical safety
This tool is double insulated; therefore
no earth wire is required. Always check
that the power supply corresponds to the
voltage on the rating plate.
This appliance is not intended for use by young
or infi rm persons without supervision. Children
must be supervised to ensure they do not play
with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised
Black & Decker Service Centre in order to
avoid a hazard.
Additional safety instructions for grass
trimmers
The following warning symbols are found on the
tool:
Read the manual prior to operation.
Wear safety glasses or goggles when
operating this tool.
Keep people and animals at least 6 m
away from the cutting area.
Do not expose the tool to rain or high
humidity.
Be familiar with the controls and the proper use
of the equipment.
Only use the machine in daylight or good
artifi cial light.
Before use check the supply and extension
cord for any signs of damage or ageing.
If the cord becomes damaged during
use, disconnect the cord from the supply
immediately. DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY
Do not use the lawn trimmer (edge trimmer), if
the cords are damaged or worn.
Wear stout shoes or boots to protect your feet.
Wear long trousers to protect your legs.
Before using the tool, check that your cutting
path is free from sticks, stones, wire and any
other obstacles.
Only use the tool in the upright position, with
the cutting line near the ground. Never switch
the tool on in any other position.
Move slowly when using the tool. Be aware
that freshly cut grass is damp and slippery.
Do not work on steep slopes. Work across the
face of slopes, not up and down.
Never cross gravel paths or roads while the
tool is running.
Never touch the cutting line while the tool is
running.
Do not put the tool down until the cutting line
has come to a complete standstill.
Use only the appropriate type of cutting line.
Never use metal cutting line or fi shing line.
Be careful not to touch the line trimming blade.
Take care to keep the mains cable away
from the cutting line. Always be aware of the
position of the cable.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
means at all times and especially when
switching on the motor.
Warning. Cutting elements continue to rotate
after the motor is switched off.
Never operate the machine with damaged
guards or without the guards in place.
Always ensure that the ventilation openings
are kept clear of debris.
Features
This tool includes some or all of the following
features.
1. On/off switch
2. Handle
3. Cable restraint
4. Power inlet
5. Secondary handle
6. Adjustment button
7. Tube
8. Guard
9. Line trimming blade
10. Spool housing
11. Cutting line
12. Edge guide
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Assembly
Warning! Before assembly, make sure that the tool
is switched off and unplugged.
Fitting the guard (fi g. A)
Remove the Allen screws (13) from the head
(14).
Place the guard (8) onto the tool as shown.
Firmly press the guard until it snaps into place.
Secure the guard with the Allen screws.
Tighten the Allen screws using the Allen key
(15) provided.
Warning! Never use the tool unless the guard is
properly fi tted.
Releasing the cutting line
In transit, the cutting line is taped to the spool
housing.
Remove the tape holding the cutting line (11)
to the spool housing (10).
Connecting the tool to the mains
Connect the female plug of a suitable
extension cable to the power inlet (4).
Loop the cable through the cable restraint (3).
Insert the mains plug into a mains outlet.
Warning! The extension cable must be suitable for
outdoor use.
Use
Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not
overload.
Setting the tool to trimming or edging mode
(fi g. B - D)
The tool can be used in trimming mode as shown
in fi g. B or in edging mode to trim overhanging
grass along lawn edges and fl ower beds as shown
in fi g. C.
Trimming mode (fi g. B & D)
For trimming, the trimmer head should be in the
position shown in fi g. B. If it is not:
Depress the adjustment button (6).
Rotate the tube (7), while releasing the button.
When the head is in position, the button will
lock into place.
Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.
Edging mode (fi g. C & D) For edging, the trimmer
head should be in the position shown in fi g. C. If it
is not:
Depress the adjustment button (6).
Rotate the tube (7), while releasing the button.
When the head is in position, the button will
lock into place.
Note: The tube will only rotate in one direction.
Adjusting the height of the tool (fi g. D)
This tool has a telescopic mechanism, allowing
you to set it to a comfortable height. There are
three height settings. To adjust the height setting,
proceed as follows:
Depress the adjustment button (6).
Gently pull the tube (7) out of the motor
housing (15) to the desired height, while
releasing the button.
When the tube is in position, the button will
lock into place.
Switching on and off
To switch the tool on, squeeze the trigger lever
(1).
To switch the tool off, release the trigger lever.
Warning! Never attempt to lock the trigger lever in
the on position.
Hints for optimum use
General
In order to achieve optimum cutting results,
only cut dry grass.
Trimming
Hold the tool as shown in fi g. B.
Gently swing the trimmer from side to side.
When cutting long grass, work in stages from
the top.
Take small cuts.
Keep the tool away from hard objects and
delicate plants.
If the tool starts running slowly, reduce the
load.
Edging
Optimum cutting results are achieved on edges
deeper than 50 mm.
Do not use the tool to create edges. To create
edges, use an edging spade.
Guide the tool as shown in fi g. C.
To make a closer cut, slightly tilt the tool.
Maintenance
Your tool has been designed to operate over a long
period of time with a minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
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Warning! Before performing any maintenance,
switch off and unplug the tool.
Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your tool
using a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly clean the cutting line and spool using
a soft brush or dry cloth.
Regularly use a blunt scraper to remove grass
and dirt from the underneath of the guard.
Fitting a new spool of cutting line (fi g. E & F)
Replacement spools of cutting line are available
from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no. A6495).
Keep the tabs (17) depressed and remove the
spool cover (18) from the housing (10).
Remove the empty spool (19) from the spool
housing.
Remove any dirt and grass from the spool
cover and housing.
Take the new spool and push it onto the boss
in the spool cover. Rotate the spool slightly
until it is seated.
Unclip the end of one of the cutting lines and
guide the line into one of the eyelets (20). The
line should protrude approx. 11 cm from the
spool cover.
Unclip the end of the other cutting line and
guide the line into the other eyelet. The line
should protrude approx. 11 cm from the spool
cover.
Align the tabs (17) on the spool cover with the
cut outs (21) in the housing.
Push the cover onto the housing until it snaps
securely into place.
Warning! If the cutting lines protrude beyond the
trimming blade (9), cut them off so that they just
reach the blade.
Winding new line onto an empty spool (fi g. G - I)
You may wind new cutting line onto an empty
spool.Replacement packs of cutting line are
available from your Black & Decker dealer (cat. no.
A6171).
Remove the empty spool from the tool as
described above.
Remove any remaining cutting line from the
spool.
First wind new line onto the uppermost part of
the spool:
Feed 2 cm of cutting line into one of the
slots in the upper section of the spool as
shown.
Wind the cutting line onto the spool in the
direction of the arrow. Make sure to wind the
line on neatly and in layers. Do not criss-cross.
When the wound cutting line reaches the
recesses (22), cut the line.
Temporarily park the line in the slots (23)
on one side of the spool as shown.
Repeat the above procedure for the second
cutting line on the lower section of the spool.
Park the line in the unused slots (23).
Proceed as described above to fi t the spool on
the tool. Do not forget to release the cutting
line from the parking slots (23).
Warning! Only use the appropriate type of
Black & Decker cutting line. Ensure that cutting line
is present in both sections of the spool.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fi tted:
Safely dispose of the old plug.
Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in the
new plug.
Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
Warning! No connection is to be made to the earth
terminal. Follow the fi tting instructions supplied
with good quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 5 A.
Troubleshooting
If your tool seems not to operate properly, follow
the instructions below. If this does not solve the
problem, please contact your local Black & Decker
repair agent.
Warning! Before proceeding, unplug the tool.
Tool runs slowly
Check that the spool housing can rotate freely.
Carefully clean it if necessary.
Check that the cutting line does not protrude
more than 11 cm from the spool housing. If it
does, cut it off so that it just reaches the line
trimming blade.
Automatic line feed does not work
Keep the tabs depressed and remove the
spool cover from the housing.
Pull the cutting line until it protrudes 11 cm
from the housing. If insuffi cient cutting line is
left on the spool, install a new spool of cutting
line as instructed above.
Align the tabs on the spool cover with the cut
outs in the housing.
Push the cover onto the housing until it snaps
securely into place.
If the cutting line protrudes beyond the
trimming blade, cut it off so that it just reaches
the blade.
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If the automatic line feed still does not work or the
spool is jammed, try the following suggestions:
Carefully clean the spool cover and housing.
Remove the spool and check if the lever can
move freely.
Remove the spool and unwind the cutting
line, then wind it on neatly again as described
above. Replace the spool as instructed.
Protecting the environment
Separate collection. This product must not be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Should you fi nd one day that your Black & Decker
product needs replacement, or if it is of no further
use to you, do not dispose of it with household
waste. Make this product available for separate
collection.
Separate collection of used products and
packaging allows materials to be recycled
and used again. Reuse of recycled materials
helps prevent environmental pollution and
reduces the demand for raw materials.
Local regulations may provide for separate
collection of electrical products from the
household, at municipal waste sites or by the
retailer when you purchase a new product.
Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection
and recycling of Black & Decker products once
they have reached the end of their working life. To
take advantage of this service please return your
product to any authorised repair agent who will
collect them on our behalf.
You can check the location of your nearest
authorised repair agent by contacting your local
Black & Decker offi ce at the address indicated in
this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised
Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our
after-sales service and contacts are available on
the Internet at: www.2helpU.com
Technical data
GL701 GL716 GL720 GL741
Voltage V
AC
230 230 230 230
Power input W 550 580 600 700
No-load speed min
-1
6,500 6,500 6,500 6,500
Weight kg 3.2 3.2 3.2 3.2
EC declaration of conformity
GL701/GL716/GL720/GL741
Black & Decker declares that these products
conform to: 98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC,
EN 60335, EN 55014, EN 61000, 2000/14/EC,
Annex VIII, Lawn trimmer, L ≤ 50 No. 0344, KEMA
Quality B.V., Utrechtseweg 310, 6802 ED Arnhem,
The Netherlands
Level of sound pressure, measured according to
2002/14/EC:
L
pA
(sound pressure) 81 dB(A)
L
WA
(acoustic power) 95 dB(A)
L
WA
(guaranteed) 96 dB(A)
Hand/arm weighted vibration value according to
EN 786: < 2,5 m/s
2
Kevin Hewitt
Director of Consumer
Engineering
Spennymoor, County Durham
DL16 6JG, United Kingdom
1-11-2005
UK patent application no. 059745.6
European Community design application nos.
340385-0001 & 339544-0001
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Guarantee
Black & Decker is confi dent of the quality of its
products and offers an outstanding guarantee. This
guarantee statement is in addition to and in no way
prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is
valid within the territories of the Member States of the
European Union and the European Free Trade Area.
If a Black & Decker product becomes defective
due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of
conformity, within 24 months from the date of
purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace
defective parts, repair products subjected to fair
wear and tear or replace such products to ensure
minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:
The product has been used for trade, professional
or hire purposes;
The product has been subjected to misuse or
neglect;
The product has sustained damage through
foreign objects, substances or accidents;
Repairs have been attempted by persons
other than authorised repair agents or
Black & Decker service staff.
To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit
proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised
repair agent. You can check the location of your
nearest authorised repair agent by contacting
your local Black & Decker offi ce at the address
indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of
authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full
details of our after-sales service and contacts are
available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com
Please visit our website
www.blackanddecker.co.uk to register your
new Black & Decker product and to be kept up to
date on new products and special offers. Further
information on the Black & Decker brand and our
range of products is available at
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